'Autumn Romance' Concert on the 26th at Goyang Aram Nuri Aram Music Hall
"A Romantic Concert Full of Excitement to Enjoy with the Cool Autumn Breeze"
"A Performance Where You Can Meet Baritone Go Seong-hyun's Past and Present in One Place"
Mir Symphony Orchestra Performs at the Forefront of Classical Music Popularization
Goyang Cultural Foundation (Chairman Lee Dong-hwan) announced on the 24th that it will hold the 'Baritone Go Seong-hyun & Mir Symphony' concert at Goyang Aram Nuri Aram Music Hall on the 26th.
This concert will be a special time to see Go Seong-hyun's musical journey at a glance, featuring live stage performances capturing his historic moments on screen, creating a meaningful stage where past and present meet in one place.
Baritone Go Seong-hyun, known as the 'world-renowned baritone born in Korea,' studied in Milan, Italy, and won first place in numerous international competitions such as the Puccini International Competition, gaining recognition for his talent. Since then, he has performed at famous opera houses worldwide, establishing himself as a pride of Korean vocal music. His major works include 'Rigoletto,' 'Otello,' 'Aida,' and 'Tosca.' In this concert, he will present a stage composed of his best-known arias, including ‘Dio di Giuda’ from 'Nabucco' and ‘Te Deum’ from 'Tosca.'
Currently a professor at Hanyang University, Go Seong-hyun is dedicated to nurturing future talents and continues various challenges to bring classical vocal music closer to the public. His album 'Leaning on Time' and single album 'Seosi' captivated audiences with his uniquely deep bass and resonance. In the second part of this concert, attendees will also be able to enjoy songs from his albums.
Recently, Go Seong-hyun is experiencing a new heyday. In April 2024, he appeared on the YouTube channel ‘Jeon Gwaja,’ which became a hot topic. The episode featured host Lee Chang-seop visiting Hanyang University’s vocal department to attend Professor Go Seong-hyun’s lecture. Especially, the duet ‘Leaning on Time’ performed by the two during the broadcast deeply moved many viewers, and the video has garnered high views, bringing renewed attention to his past works. This concert also includes ‘Leaning on Time,’ raising expectations even higher.
Mir Symphony Orchestra at the Forefront of Popularizing Classical Music
The Mir Symphony Orchestra, which will perform with Go Seong-hyun, is a talented orchestra founded in 2016 under the name 'Ensemble The Bridge,' based on deep dedication and passion for classical music. In a short time, it gained attention in the classical music world for its outstanding interpretative skills and excellent performance ability, being invited to various music festivals such as the ‘Pyeongchang Daegwallyeong Music Festival’ and the ‘Mapo Cultural Foundation M Classic Festival,’ earning recognition for its talent. Notably, in 2023, it was designated as a professional performing group by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, further solidifying its status.
Currently, based on its excellent performers, the orchestra has expanded its scale and is active under the name ‘Mir Symphony.’ True to their mission, they continuously strive to convey the beauty of classical music to more people, touching hearts and providing profound inspiration in everyday life through music. They also lead efforts to break down the barriers that make classical music seem difficult, enabling people of all generations and tastes to experience the depth of classical music.
'Go Seong-hyun & Mir Symphony' offers special discount benefits to allow more people to enjoy the concert. In addition to youth discounts, family ticket purchasers can receive up to 40% off. Tickets are available for purchase on the Goyang Cultural Foundation website and Interpark.
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